An arch, decorated with lights and elaborate designs, has been set up on the road beside the market to welcome visitors.Rows of small red lanterns strung overhead outside the market have added a touch of gaiety to complement the setting.
The open house from 6pm to 10.30pm is organised for the first time in Balik Pulau. About 30,000 people are expected to attend the event.
Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Mansor Othman said the occasion would be an opportunity for people from all races to come together and to have a good time.
“May the Year of the Rabbit bring lots of blessings and prosperity to everyone.
“We also hope the young will return home for reunions to foster closer ties with their family members,” he said during the launch of the arch and lanterns at the market complex on Monday.
Also present were event coordinator, Ng Wei Aik who is Komtar assemblyman, state Assembly Speaker Datuk Abdul Halim Hussain and Sungai Pinang assemblyman Koid Teng Guan.
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Balik Pulau readies for CNY
Penang State Level - CNY Open House, 6th Feb 2011.html
